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attributes of an emerald
- Belongs mineralogically to beryl
- Hardness grade 7,5 – 8
- Chemical formula: Al2Be3[Si6O18]
- Includes only the color green
- Colored by chromium oxide and/or vandium
- Lower density than corundum: 2.6 – 2.8
worth knowing
- Oldest known place of origin: Egypt
- Was exchanged for rubies by maharajas
- The color green is associated with femininity
- Assigned to the planet Venus
- Increases femininity and the ability to earn money
- The site of Zambia was discovered only in 1978
emerald as investment
- Third best suitability of all gemstones (next to ruby and sapphire)
- Rare, strongly increasing in value
- Stones should have at least 1 ct weight
- Larger stones have higher increase in value
- Experts expect 4-6% increase in value per year
- Beautifully sparkling, pure emeralds are preferable
